I enjoyed this story. A more detailed review to follow when I've read all three books in the trilogy.

FantasticBuilds on the first novel that was astounding . Can't wait for the third. Keep up the good work Mr. Ellsworth I'm loving it.

I received a copy of Shadow Sun Seven from NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review. Shadow Sun Seven is Spencer Ellsworth’s second book in the Starfire trilogy. This series is perfect for anyone looking for a science fiction read with just a little bit of fantasy thrown into the mix; the cover description calls it a space opera, and while that term didn’t immediately come to mind I certainly can’t argue with it either. Like the last novel, I absolutely loved the cover (Thank goodness

A really enjoyable middle book. I feel like Ellsworth has found his feet a bit more in the story and that really showed. It was a longer book than A Red Peace, but a bit more focused. I'm looking forward to seeing how everything wraps up in Memory's Blade.

“Shadow Sun Seven” is an episode of “Leverage” set in a galaxy far far away. It’s fun, breezy, and full of whiz-bang reversals. That said, it didn’t resonate with me as much as the first book in the series. It had all the elements of the first book, but the two main characters somehow didn’t feel as deep, and their arcs didn’t seem as dynamic. I think I wanted to see more tension between them, he a soldier used to rigid order and self-sacrifice, her used to taking any advantage or pleasure she c...

A continuation of Ellsworth's fast-paced not to mention hilarious space opera. Following Jaqi and Araskar on their next parallel adventures didn't disappoint. There are serious moments of self-reflection and examples of how far a fascist regime can go...and a gunslinger!

Highly entertaining. I'm glad I stumbled across Mr. Ellsworth on twitter. Definitely delivers on a fun, unique, and entertaining tale blending sci fi with a healthy dollop of mysticism.

Ok, even setting aside the AWESOME title which just has the nicest ring to it, the second book in the Starfire trilogy was fantastic in every way. There was no sophomore slump to be had here, and it left me wanting more.Likes: uh, like, it all. It's extremely action-packed; the entire novel runs at a breakneck pace, altering viewpoints from our intrepid heroes. I just love them. Each character is trying to make the universe a better place while struggling against their own limitations and inclin...

Middle books are often problematic, meant to get you from point A to point B and suffering because they are intended for nothing beyond bridging the start and the end. Not so here. There's so much going on, and so much is seeded for side plots and subnarratives, that it doesn't feel like there's any slack or like it's perfunctory. I am not certain all the side plots will get taken care of, and that's good--a world, a universe, should feel as if bits of it are going on without your main character...

The second volume in Ellsworth's fun new space opera series recreates a heist caper with soul-stealing swords, gigantic bugs, and a reluctant saint. I can't wait for the third book!

You know how a middle book in a trilogy can often be dense and long since more of the story is played out and you worry that it might be boring and you won't get to the third one because you will give up? Well, this second book in this set is not like that, at all. It was a fast-moving, adventure packed ride. This author knows how to tell a good story. Highly recommended!!

Unfortunately Shadow Sun Seven fell flat. I lost interest in the characters and plot early on and it never regained my attention.

Imagine a heist story where the majority of the action happens on the Celestial station Knowhere from Guardians of the Galaxy. Now instead of a severed head it's an entire giant bug that's being mined for its oxygen reserves while also previously being a prison and now a pit fighting gambling arena. Add in some fluid based lifeforms staffing the place and a huge Necro-guard ("Death") protecting the boss. Near the end there's a hilarious shout out to "Do you feel lucky punk?" which was worth read...

Middle book in this space opera trilogy. I had the same problems with this book as I did with the first one - for large portions of the book there seems to be absolutely no point to any of it, it's like you're just turning pages and reading words. Nothing seems to move the story forward because there doesn't seem to really be a story.The last book I rounded up because the last 20% of the book was amazing.This book I'm rounding down because there just isn't enough story to warrant anything else (...

I love this series! Jaqi is an amazing character and I love how she grows in this. The whole book is action-packed, non-stop. Can't wait for the third!

"Starfire: Shadow Sun Seven" eBook was published in 2017 and was written by Spencer Ellsworth (http://spencerellsworth.com). Mr. Ellsworth has published seven novels. This is the second book in his "Starfire Trilogy". I received an ARC of this novel through https://www.netgalley.com in return for a fair and honest review. I categorize this novel as ‘R’ because it contains scenes of Violence and Mature Situations. The story is set in the far future. Genetic half-breeds between Humans and Jorians

I liked this book better than Red Peace. The characters get a bit more depth, especially Jaqi and Araskar. As a USMC combat veteran, I found their struggles with war and killing very relatable--although, thankfully, I don't retain the memories of slain enemies. I'm looking forward to digging in to the next book.

So Jaqi is now the real Chosen one and Araskar has switched allegiances. As a source for dense oxygen cells, you would think the location of Shadow Sun Seven would be more generally known. Also, the soulswords and their memory stealing abilities were never explained.Not a bad read but the villain's choice to keep the heroes alive for entertainment purposes seems just so stereotypically cartoony and done solely for the sake of the plot.

Gripping, believable, engagingOne of the greats, in my opinion. Somewhat like my childhood's SciFi, but with a modern twist. Really worthy work.

More fun, fun, fun, at breakneck speed; perhaps a little less revelatory than the first volume (a common enough phenomenon), but Ellsworth still manages to surprise and delight. Ridiculous and entirely larger than life--which is the way good space opera should be--with a solid touch of humanity in the midst of all the action.